Longmire calls for calm amid McCartin speculation
Sydney are no closer to formulating a return-to-play timeline for defender Paddy McCartin, who suffered the 10th concussion of his AFL career on Saturday.
Australian rules football
Gather Round a winner before ball bounces: AFL boss
Before a ball is bounced, South Australia's premier and the chief of the AFL are already hailing the inaugural Gather Round as a success.
AFL boss vows relentless pursuit of racial abusers
The AFL is vowing to relentlessly pursue racial abusers as players and coaches ponder the best way to stamp out race-based vilification.
Gather Round opens with Walsh’s return for Blues
Adelaide is heaving for Gather Round, which kicks off in earnest when the Crows take on the Blues.
Fremantle forecast brutal battle against Gold Coast
After being told by their coach to toughen up, Fremantle midfielder James Aish is forecasting a brutal AFL battle against Gold Coast.
Lynch rough conduct charge thrown out at AFL tribunal
Richmond star Tom Lynch has been cleared by the AFL tribunal of rough conduct while Carlton's Harry McKay had his one-match striking ban downgraded to a fine.
Rankine victim of online racial abuse after Crows’ win
Young Adelaide forward Izak Rankine was the subject of shocking online racial abuse during his side's win against Fremantle.
Geelong, Cameron flex muscles in Hawks AFL hammering
Geelong kicked 10 unanswered goals during the third quarter of an 82-point AFL thumping of Hawthorn as star forward Jeremy Cameron finished with seven majors.
Lions’ Rolls-Royce seeks polish in North AFL test
Hugh McCluggage admits his usually silky distribution has been below its best during the Brisbane Lions' rollercoaster 2-2 start to the AFL season.
AFL leaders St Kilda steamroll Gold Coast by 53 points
Ross Lyon's St Kilda have extended their winning start to the AFL season to four matches with a 53-point victory over a disappointing Gold Coast outfit.
Freo coach perplexed at lack of spark in loss to Crows
Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir says he's troubled by the lack of intensity in a 39-point loss to Adelaide which leaves his club in early-season trouble.
Wounded Suns face reality of vital clash with Dockers
Gold Coast are mired in a 1-3 hole after a disappointing loss to St Kilda and face a crunch clash with Fremantle during Gather Round.
Scott backs struggling Hawkins, Cats to find their feet
Tom Hawkins has struggled in Geelong's 0-3 start to their AFL premiership defence but Chris Scott says playing the underdone spearhead was the right call.
Patient Jake Stringer approach pays off for Bombers
Essendon have squandered a host of chances before beating GWS by 13 points for their third win of the AFL season as Jake Stringer played a starring role.
Tiger Tom Lynch to undergo surgery for foot fracture
Richmond forward Tom Lynch will undergo surgery on his broken right foot, sustained in Saturday's loss to the Bulldogs.
Demons on the march, crush West Coast in AFL mismatch
Melbourne have moved into third spot on the AFL ladder by producing a dominant second half on the way to a 63-point win over West Coast in Perth.
Ugle-Hagan feels the love after anti-racism stance
After taking an instantly iconic stance against racism, Western Bulldogs forward Jamarra Ugle-Hagan has received hugs from strangers in the street.
‘Hunted’ Lions adapt to AFL mindset shift
Brisbane midfielder Jarrod Berry admits the Lions are adjusting to their new status as "scalps" and must learn how to contend for an AFL premiership as such.
Nankervis ankle surgery adds to Tigers’ injury woes
Co-captain Toby Nankervis has joined Richmond's mounting casualty list from their loss to the Western Bulldogs, with the ruckman requiring syndesmosis surgery.
Tom Lynch heads to AFL tribunal for bump ban verdict
Richmond's Tom Lynch will front the AFL Tribunal over his bump on Western Bulldogs defender Alex Keath.
Magpies deny culture issue after Crisp’s leaked video
The AFL will interview Collingwood player Jack Crisp next week after a video featuring drug references appeared on social media.
Martin, Hopper back but no Tarrant for Richmond
Richmond will be bolstered by big names Dustin Martin and Jacob Hopper against the Western Bulldogs, but will have to wait for Robbie Tarrant's return.
Carlton without Walsh for Kangaroos Good Friday clash
Carlton will head to their Good Friday clash with North Melbourne without midfielder Sam Walsh, who will only return to action after back surgery next weekend.
Wood eases Saints injury concerns ahead of Suns game
While Jimmy Webster has joined St Kilda's long injury list, in-form utility Mason Wood and Liam Stocker have been cleared to play against Gold Coast.
Cotchin, Riewoldt ‘managed’ for Tigers’ clash with Dogs
Richmond have opted to rest triple-premiership heroes Trent Cotchin and Jack Riewoldt for their round-four clash with the Western Bulldogs at the MCG.
Rayner shift helps lethal Lions power past Magpies
Brisbane Lions players Cam Rayner and Charlie Cameron have combined for 10 goals to hand Collingwood their first loss of the AFL season.
Daniher shows critics ‘how he rolls’ in Lions win
Brisbane tall forward Joe Daniher responded after a week of criticism with a key role in a defeat of Collingwood - not that he would have heard the noise.
McRae says Crisp episode no excuse as Magpies go cold
Collingwood coach Craig McRae offered his support for the under-investigation Jack Crisp and no excuses after his quiet night in a loss to Brisbane.
Carlton put undefeated start on the line against Roos
Unbeaten Carlton will look to improve their goalkicking accuracy as they target a win over North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium.
Port coach Hinkley dismisses criticism from club great
Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley says he won't be distracted by club great Warren Tredrea saying his future as coach is untenable.
Dogs surprised by Tigers resting Cotchin, Riewoldt
Richmond's decision to "manage" stars Trent Cotchin and Jack Riewoldt for their round-four clash came as a surprise to Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge.